Associate Attorney – Labor & Employment

Nilan Johnson Lewis is a women-owned law firm with an innovative, team-based approach to the practice of law. We seek people who are dedicated to building the strongest possible law firm through deep and unique partnerships with clients. If you desire a professional atmosphere with a culture that emphasizes excellence, superior client service, long-term investment in client relationships, and teamwork, our firm is for you.

We seek an Associate Attorney with 1-3 years of experience to support our Labor & Employment group’s litigation, class action defense, restrictive covenant/trade secret litigation, and advisory practices.

• Must be admitted to practice in Minnesota (or eligible for admission by practice in Minnesota).
• Clerkship or at least one year’s labor and employment advisory and/or litigation experience preferred.
• Exceptional research and writing abilities and analytical skills required.
• Candidate must demonstrate strong interpersonal and leadership skills and experience with, or readiness for, direct client contact.
• Experience defending class action or other complex litigation matters is a plus, as is admission to practice in California.

We are committed to providing salary ranges for all open positions. Please note that the specific compensation for this role will be determined based on your experience, qualifications and internal equity considerations.

The salary range for this position is: $165,000 – $172,000 annually. This range reflects the base salary for this position. We have other benefits associated with this position which are listed below.

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Annual discretionary bonus
• Hybrid Working Policy
• 401(k) Employer Match and Profit Sharing

If you are interested in this exciting opportunity, please apply here. Please upload your resume, cover letter and transcript along with your application. For assistance with the application process, or for accommodations, please contact

Nilan Johnson Lewis is an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status, protected veteran status, national origin, or any other characteristic protected by law.